The risen Lord next explained the importance of coming unto Him. Repentance is the sweet fruit that comes from faith in the Savior and involves turning toward God and away from sin. As we appropriately seek for and receive the spiritual gift of faith in the Redeemer, we then turn to and rely upon the merits, the mercy, and the grace of the Holy Messiah (see 2 Nephi 2:8). First was repentance, “a turning of the heart and will to God, and a renunciation of sin” (Bible Dictionary, “Repentance,” 760). The basic principles outlined by the Master in this scripture are essential for us to understand and apply in our lives. Said He, “Now this is the commandment: Repent, all ye ends of the earth, and come unto me and be baptized in my name, that ye may be sanctified by the reception of the Holy Ghost, that ye may stand spotless before me at the last day” ( 3 Nephi 27:20). As the Savior’s time with the people was drawing to a close, He succinctly summarized the fundamental principles of His gospel. The Savior’s Ministry in the New Worldĭuring the Lord’s three-day ministry in the New World, He taught His doctrine, authorized His disciples to perform priesthood ordinances, healed the sick, prayed for the people, and lovingly blessed the children. I pray for the guidance of the Spirit for me and for you. Today I want to review with you one of my favorite Book of Mormon events, the Savior’s appearance in the New World, and discuss His instruction to the multitude about the sanctifying power of the Holy Ghost. I came to know for myself that the Book of Mormon is another testament of Jesus Christ and contains the fulness of His everlasting gospel (see D&C 27:5). Through the simple consistency of her example and testimony, my mother kindled in me the first flames of faith in the Savior and in His latter-day Church. I especially remember her description of the Savior’s visit to the American continent following His Resurrection and of His teachings to the people in the land of Bountiful. She had a way of making the scriptural episodes come alive in my youthful imagination, and I did not doubt that my mother had a witness of the truthfulness of that sacred record. The Hebrew word that the word vanity is translated from literally means “vapor” or “breath,” implying something that has no substance or permanence, such as the worship of idols or worldly things.Įditor’s note: This page is not meant to be a comprehensive explanation of the selected scripture verse, only a starting point for your own study.I have fond childhood memories of my mother reading Book of Mormon stories to me. Hinckley, “Great Shall Be the Peace of Thy Children,” Ensign, Nov. It does hurt, because small lying leads to large lying, and the prisons of the nation are the best proof of that fact.” President Gordon B. He or she can walk with head high, standing above the crowd of lesser folk who constantly indulge in lying, cheating, and who excuse themselves with statements that a little lying hurts no one. No act of duplicity colors his or her conscience. No false words besmirch his or her reputation. “There is no substitute under the heavens for the man or woman, the boy or girl who is honest. For a poster on this topic, see the January 1993 New Era, page 7. Having clean hands means living righteously and repenting when we have sinned (see Isaiah 1:18). Having a pure heart means having virtuous thoughts and righteous intentions. Faust 1920–2007, Second Counselor in the First Presidency, “Who Shall Ascend into the Hill of the Lord?” Ensign, Aug.

In our homes all of the security, the strengthening love, and the sympathetic understanding that we all so desperately need should be found.” President James E. Our homes should be committed and dedicated only to holy purposes. “As we recall the commandment to stand in holy places, we should remember that beyond the temple, the most sacred and holy places in all the world should be our own dwelling places. How is this like increasing your spirituality or going to the temple? What are you doing to strengthen yourself to “ascend into the hill of the Lord”? Read For the Strength of Youth for ideas. When you climb a hill for the first time, it may seem difficult, but if you climb the hill regularly, you become stronger and better able to handle the climb. A hill or mountain also often symbolizes the temple (see, for instance, Isaiah 2:2). The hill of the Lord represents higher spiritual ground, which brings us closer to God.

“He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn deceitfully.” Hill of the Lord “Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord? Or who shall stand in his holy place?

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